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Chapter 3. Using the Internet
Using Mobile Broadband
Before getting started with Mobile Broadband, you first need to choose a
mobile network operator and make sure you are in the coverage area of the
network. After that, you also need:
• To activate the Mobile Broadband service through your local mobile
network operator. You will get a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card
after activation. For instructions on inserting the SIM card, refer to
“Inserting the SIM card” on page 17.
• A connection management utility to connect/disconnect to your Mobile
Broadband network.
Notes:
Various standards are in use by mobile operators to provide
Mobile Broadband services. The Lenovo Mobile Broadband
module may support one or more of the following standards:
GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications)
TD-SCDMA (Time Division-Synchronous Code Division Multiple
Access)
SCDMA (Synchronous Code Division Multiple Access)
EV-DO (Evolution Data Optimized)
HSPA (High Speed Packet Access)
Mobile Broadband is a subscription service. Refer to your local
mobile network operator for availability, cost and other
information.
A SIM card is a type of smart card used by mobile network
operators to identify their service subscribers on the mobile
network. You will get the SIM card from your mobile network
operator after you have activated the Mobile Broadband
service.
Note:
In general, your mobile service provider provides this utility.
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